Safety and Crime Alerts

Crime Alert – Burglary

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Around noon on November 9, 2022, a burglary occurred in an office in Temple Hall. An individual wearing tennis shoes, blue jeans and a two-tone blue hoodie (photo below) was observed coming out of an unoccupied office where the door was left open. Items belonging to the university were determined to be missing. The individual was observed getting on a white bicycle and riding away.

Temple Hall burglary suspect photo

This incident is being investigated by the Springfield Police Department.

Reminder:

  • Do not leave items of value unattended.
  • Lock spaces when not in use.
  • Keep keys with you at all times.
  • Report suspicious activity to University Safety at 417-836-5509

Timely Warning for an on campus rape.

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The Springfield Police Department is investigating a report of a rape that occurred on campus. The incident occurred at 2:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 24, on lot 40, 213 S. Jefferson. A female was forced into a vehicle parked on lot 40 and sexually assaulted by a male she did not know. Neither individual is affiliated with Missouri State University.

If you have any information concerning this incident, you are encouraged to contact the Springfield Police Department at (417) 864-1810 or 9-1-1 for immediate assistance.

REMINDER:

Sexual assault is never the fault of the victim.  Below are some safety suggestions for all members of our community to consider that could prevent harm:

  • Be active in supporting a safe and respectful community. If you see others engaging in disrespectful or inappropriate actions, speak up and get involved, or contact someone else to assist.

 

  • Trust your instincts and do not ignore signs of trouble. If you feel uneasy or sense something is wrong: leave quickly, ask for help if there is someone nearby, or call 9-1-1.

 

 

 

  • Stay with the crowd. Less bad things happen when you are with people you know and trust.

 

  • Watch out for your friends and have them watch out for you.

 

  • Be aware of your surroundings and alert to suspicious activity.

 

At Missouri State University we are committed to a safe environment for all students. To learn more about Missouri State University’s Sexual Assault resources visit:

https://www.missouristate.edu/titleix/

http://missouristate.edu/greendot

Reported Motor Vehicle Theft

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On October 29, 2019, a student reported that their vehicle was broken into and that the ignition was tampered with while parked in Bear Park North, located west of Juanita K Hammons Hall. The vehicle was locked when it was parked on October 29, 2019.

On October 22, 2019, a Missouri State University student reported a motor vehicle theft. The student reported the vehicle was locked in Lot 31, located east of Juanita K Hammons Hall, on October 18, 2019. They returned to their vehicle on the afternoon of October 22, 2019 and found the vehicle missing.

These incidents are being investigated by the Springfield Police Department.

Photos of suspects:

Suspect 1

Suspect 1

Suspect 2

Suspect 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Suspect descriptions

Suspect 1- White male, jeans, black jersey with gold number gray hood, light colored shoes, black backpack

Suspect 2- White male, beard orange hat, jeans, dark shoes, and a dark back pack

Reminder:

Always lock your vehicle

Remove your keys and items of value from your vehicle

Report suspicious activity to University Safety at 417-836-5509

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Reported Motor Vehicle Theft

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On May 21, 2019, a Missouri State University employee reported a motor vehicle theft. The employee reported that the vehicle was left overnight in Lot 8, which is on the west side of Greenwood School. The employee returned to their vehicle this morning and found the vehicle missing.

Last week, a vehicle was stolen from parking lot 29, which is located at the corner of National Avenue and Bear Boulevard.

These incidents are being investigated by the Springfield Police Department.

Reminder:

Always lock your vehicle

Remove your keys and items of value from your vehicle

Report suspicious activity to University Safety at 417-836-5509

Reported Aggravated Assault

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At 4:45 p.m. this afternoon, an individual interrupted two suspects breaking into his vehicle. The incident occurred at Bear Park South at the corner of Grand Street and Holland Avenue. The individual confronted the suspects and they threatened him with a knife. The  individual fled the area and was briefly pursued by the suspects.

The suspects continued out of Bear Park south and headed south on Holland away from campus.

Suspect one is described as a white male wearing a black hoodie and blue jeans, about 6 feet tall and average build.

Suspect two is described as a white male wearing a black hoodie and blue jeans, average build and brownish/red facial hair.

The Springfield Police Department responded to the incident and is currently in the area investigating.

Reminder:

  • Be aware of your surroundings.
  • If you see someone in or around your vehicle, do not approach. Call 9-1-1.
  • If you see this individual, stay away and contact the Springfield Police at 9-1-1.
  • If you have any information concerning this incident, you are encouraged to contact the Springfield Police Department at (417) 864-1810 or 9-1-1 for immediate assistance.